Kamla Devi Kamla Devi Asked 8 months ago

How much turmeric should i take for arthritis?

My doctor confirmed I have arthritis in my hands. How much turmeric should I be taking to help with the pain and inflammation?

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Rajni Devi Rajni Devi Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago
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Bhai/Behen, for arthritis, don't mess around. Turmeric helps reduce inflammation, that's true, but the quantity can vary. It's best to consult an Ayurvedic doctor or your regular physician. They can tell you the right form and dosage, don't just guess it.

Priya Singh Priya Singh Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Arthritis sounds really tough to deal with! My dadi used to say haldi doodh helps with joint pains. You can try a small pinch, like 1/2 tsp, in warm milk at night. But if it's severe, definitely see a doctor, they might recommend specific curcumin supplements.

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Leela Krishnan Leela Krishnan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My dear, joint pain is very common as you get older. Turmeric is indeed a wonderful spice with healing properties. We always added it to our food. For specific conditions like arthritis, some people take supplements. But to get the right dosage that actually works and is safe, please talk to your doctor. They know best.

Aniket Joshi Aniket Joshi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yaar, for arthritis, turmeric can be good, actually. But there's a difference between just adding it to food and taking it therapeutically. For specific pain relief, you might need a proper curcumin extract, which a doctor or a specialist would advise. Don't just take kitchen haldi in large amounts, it might not be effective enough.

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Rahul Kapoor Rahul Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Arthritis can be really painful, I understand you're looking for relief. Turmeric does have anti-inflammatory benefits. You can start with a small amount, like 1/2 tsp in warm milk or food daily. But for actual treatment of arthritis, this should be discussed with a doctor. They might suggest a specific supplement or a different treatment plan altogether.

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